Installation; Maintenance; Warranty - Matrix MAGNUM Series Quick Start Manual

PRODUCT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of MATRIX products
to instruct all individuals, whether they are the end user or
supervising personnel on proper usage of the equipment.
It is recommended that all users of MATRIX exercise equipment
be informed of the following information prior to its use.
Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed
or intended by the manufacturer. It is imperative that
MATRIX equipment be used properly to avoid injury.

INSTALLATION

1. STABLE AND LEVEL SURFACE: MATRIX exercise equipment
must be installed on a stable base and properly leveled.
2. SECURING EQUIPMENT: Manufacturer recommends that all
stationary MATRIX strength equipment be secured to the
floor to stabilize equipment and eliminate rocking or tipping
over. This must be performed by a licensed contractor.
3. Under no circumstances should you slide equipment across
the floor due to risk of tipping. Use proper materials handling
techniques and equipment recommended by OSHA.
All anchor points must be able to withstand
750 lbs. (3.3 kN) pull-out force.

MAINTENANCE

1. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or
has worn or broken parts. Use only replacement parts
supplied by your country's local MATRIX dealer.
2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES: Do not remove labels for
any reason. They contain important information. If unreadable
or missing, contact your MATRIX dealer for a replacement.
3. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT: Preventative maintenance is the key
to smooth operating equipment as well as keeping your liability to
a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected at regular intervals.
4. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing
maintenance or repair of any kind is qualified to do so.
MATRIX dealers will provide service and maintenance
training at our corporate facility upon request.
ENGLISH
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This equipment should only be used in
supervised areas where access and control
is specifically regulated by the owner. It
is up to the owner to determine who is
allowed access to this training equipment.
The owner should consider a user's: degree
of reliability, age, experience, etc.
This training equipment meets industry
standards for stability when used for its
intended purpose in accordance with the
instructions provided by the manufacturer.
This equipment is for indoor use only. This
training equipment is a Class S product
(designed for use in a commercial
environment such as a fitness facility).
This training equipment is in compliance
with EN ISO 20957-1 and EN 957-2.
UNPACKING
Thank you for purchasing a MATRIX Fitness
product. It is inspected before it is packaged.
It is shipped in multiple pieces to facilitate
the compact packaging of the machine. Prior
to assembly, confirm all the components by
matching them with the exploded diagrams.
Carefully unpack the unit from this box and dispose of the packing materials
in accordance with your local laws. Exercise device must be assembled
by a trained assembly team or be pre-assembled prior to delivery.
CAUTION
To avoid injury to yourself and prevent damage to the frame components,
be sure to have proper assistance removing the frame pieces from this box.
Please be sure to install the equipment on a stable base, and properly level the
machine. Ensure a minimum clearance width of 0.6 meters (24") for access to
and passage around MATRIX strength equipment. Please note, 0.91 meters
(36") is the ADA recommended clearance width for individuals in wheelchairs.

WARRANTY

For North America, please visit matrixfitness.com for warranty
information along with warranty exclusions and limitations.
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WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR ON THIS
EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
INJURY! INJURY!
1. All warnings and instructions should be read and 1. Keep children under the age of 14 away from this
proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this strength training equipment. Teenagers must be
equipment for its intended purpose ONLY. supervised at all times while using this
2. ALWAYS use a spotter if working out on this equipment.
equipment. 2. This equipment is not intended for use by persons
3. Do not allow the lifting bar/sled to drop suddenly. with reduced physical, sensory or mental
4. Visually ensure lifting bar catches are fully capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
engaged and seated in the hooks before releasing unless they have been given supervision or
the load and exiting the machine. instruction concerning use of the equipment by a
5. Adjustable stops must be used at all times. person responsible for their safety.
6. ALWAYS set both adjustable stops to the same 3. All warnings and instructions should be read and
height when using this machine. proper instruction obtained prior to use. Use this
7. PROPER adjustable stop height depends on the equipment for its intended purpose ONLY.
exercise performed. 4. Inspect the machine before use. DO NOT use
Adjust as follows: machine if it appears damaged or inoperable.
• Remove weight from lifting bar/sled. 5. Do not exceed weight capacity of this equipment.
• For squats, perform the exercise and determine 6. ALWAYS use a spotter if using free weights.
the lowest comfortable position of the bar/sled 7. Balance the weight applied to this equipment
that ensures no spinal compression. For other and/or any barbell. Where applicable, use
exercises, perform the movement and determine retention devices to retain weight discs.
the lowest point of bar travel that is 8. Injuries to health may result from incorrect or
comfortable without the bar contacting your excessive training. Cease exercise if you feel faint
body. or dizzy. Obtain a medical exam before beginning
• Position both stop catches to stop the bar at this an exercise program.
point. Ensure that they are completely seated 9. Keep body, clothing, hair, and fitness accessories
on the stop rods or catch plate. free and clear of all moving parts.
• FOR SQUATS PERFORMED ON A SMITH PRESS: 10. Adjustable stops, where provided, must be used
NEVER PLACE THE STOPS BELOW THE HEIGHT at all times.
INDICATED ON THE EQUIPMENT. 11. When adjusting any adjustable mechanism (stop
• Load weights onto the lifting bar and carefully position, seat position, pad location, range of
perform the exercise. motion limiter, pulley carriage, or any other type),
8. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED make certain that the adjustable mechanism is fully
OR ILLEGIBLE. engaged prior to use to prevent unintended motion.
12. Manufacturer recommends that this equipment be
secured to the floor to stabilize and eliminate
rocking or tipping over. Use a licensed contractor.
13. If equipment is NOT secured to floor: NEVER allow
resistance straps, ropes or other means to be
attached to this equipment, as this may result in
serious injury. NEVER use this equipment for
support during stretching, as this may result in
serious injury.
14. DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF
DAMAGED OR ILLEGIBLE.
Plate-loaded / Free Weight
WARNING